1956 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 61 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Because 1956 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
